Who Were They Really ?

by Susan Beth Pfeffer

In a heavily illustrated, scrapbook format, readers will learn about the real-life people behind the beloved book characters they've come to know. From Christopher Robin and Peter Rabbit to Peter Pan's Lost Boys and Alice in Wonderland, award-winning author Susan Beth Pfeffer explores the real lives of the real people who inspired the creation of literature's greatest characters. There are even a few surprises about Mother Goose!

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761304053
• ISBN13: 9780761304050
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Millbrook Press
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6

Customer Reviews

Great accompaniment to children's literature

This book has short, readable chapters that discuss authors and characters of children's literature classics. I was charmed to read not only about the real Christopher Robin, but also about the authentic stuffed animals that inspired the Pooh stories. The collection includes a biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder and the story of Lewis Carroll and his little friend, Alice. Engagingly written, a real delight to read!

A great companion to your favorite children's books

Who Were They Really gives you the scoop on beloved characters, including Alice, Christopher Robin, and Betsy, Tacy, and Tib. Readers and researchers alike will enjoy Pfeffer's book.